Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

Take the first step to expand your career opportunities.

This program will improve your foundational skills in people and organisational management.

Attend one of our state-of-the-art campuses, or study through our flexible online program around your schedule. Our lecturers are skilled experts, ready to connect you to industry and help put your studies into practice to excel your career. You also have the option to continue with the MBA later on.

Content focuses on advanced management capabilities that apply to organisations of all sizes in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Arm yourself with the high-level skills and 'know-how' to succeed in management roles.

what you will study

The program focuses on building applicable skills in:

• Managerial decision making
• Organisational behaviour
• Finance
• Business analysis
• Strategic and international management.

Upon graduation, you will have a comprehensive understanding and the ability to apply the fundamental areas of business which is key to success in both the public and private sectors.

The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is also a pathway to the Master of Business Administration (MBA). Begin your studies in the Graduate Certificate with the option to extend into the MBA with already completed coursework recognised.

Find out when applications close for available intakes

Review the information below and submit your application now.

This program is open to online international students. Applications to study online are now open. Review the information below and submit your application now.

Both students and education agents can submit applications online. This is our preferred way of application. You can save your application after you have started, and come back to it later.

To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:

Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.

In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.

This internationally recognised qualification is known for making you highly employable.

Whether you want to boost your current career, change career paths, or start your own business, you will have the advanced skills and knowledge to achieve your goals.

Potential career opportunities include:

• Account Executive
• Business Consultant
• Company Executive
• Entrepreneur
• Financial Advisor
• Marketing Manager.